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Nagoya: Hida Takayama & World Heritage Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Experience Edo-period Japan in the Takayama and in the UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go village. You will have your lunch at Koshiyama, where you can enjoy the top 3 Japanese beef--Hida Beef, as well as the Oden set. (Exclusive for whom choose the Meal plan) -Visit the historic Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage site -Marvel at the classic Gassho-styled architecture of Hida Takayama -Enjoy the picturesque natural beauty of mountain scenery in Gifu -Take advantage of convenient round-trip transportation from Nagoya and the guaranteed departure! In the winter, snowfall may occasionally lead to road closures to Shirakawa-go. In the event of road closures, we will seamlessly transition to a captivating substitute journey, taking you to the picturesque town of Gujo Hachiman, known as the 'Little Kyoto of Gifu.' Immerse yourself in the charm of its historic streets adorned with traditional buildings.
Shirakawa-go and Hida-Takayama Private Day Trip from Nagoya
For those wanting a taste of traditional, mountainous Japan, this tour to Hida-Takayama and Shirakawa-go is perfect. It's a one day, private tour from Nagoya and includes pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. You will see the nostalgic old town of Hida-Takayama, with the original architecture still intact and dating back over 300 years. You will have the chance to explore the nearby Folk Village or try your hand at some traditional crafts of the area. You will then be transported even deeper into the mountains to the isolated villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, famous for their centuries-old farmhouses built with slanting thatched roofs to prevent snow build up. Explore Japan's countryside, it has so much to offer! (Note: We include a private driver, however they may not speak English. In this case you can communicate using a "pocket talk" interpreter device. The tour does not include a guide)
Sumo Wrestling S-Class Seats（Group Session）| Nagoya July 2024
○ Group Session (14:00-18:30) ① We will gather around the venue at 14:00. A friendly interpreter who speaks English will be waiting for you! Details of the meeting point will be provided up to one week before the day of the event. ② We will enter the venue. There will be a guide talking about the history and rules of sumo. ③ We will watch sumo matches from the S seats. ・After arriving at your seat in the venue, you are free to move around. ・Around 15:20, there will be the "nakabi," where a ceremony before the matches of particularly strong sumo wrestlers begins. We will watch this ceremony from our seats. ・From 16:00 to around 18:00 is the highlight. Japanese TV broadcasts will begin as well. It's the time when particularly strong sumo wrestlers start their intense matches.Witness it with your own eyes and join in the excitement of the venue! ・Around 18:00, after the final match, the tour will be disbanded.
Nagoya Private Tours with Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted
Nagoya is a city of must-sees and, with a local host by your side, you will be able to explore the highlights that truly define Nagoya (as well as some hidden gems your host will reveal just for you). Take in the breathtaking sights of Osu Kannon Temple or the famous Nagoya Castle, where you can learn more about Nagoya's history and, if you are lucky, catch a ninja demonstration. See the city from atop the Sky Promenade, or you could visit 1900-year-old Atsuta Shrine, one of the most significant in Japan. After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host who will suggest a bespoke itinerary based on your requests and interests to explore Nagoya your way.
Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour
You will walk around Sakae with our knowledgeable guide. While sampling different Nagoya specialties such as Hitsumabushi, Tenmusu, Ebi Senbei, and more you will learn about the dishes backgrounds, the restaurants, and places you visit. Insider information and background stories are what make this tour special! Enjoy your private 3.5-hour foodie walking tour in Nagoya.
【Private Tour】Shirakawa-go & Takayama 1-day tour from Nagoya
The Shirakawa-go and Gokayama regions line the Shogawa River Valley in the remote mountains that span from Gifu to Toyama Prefectures. Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995, they are famous for their traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses, some of which are more than 250 years old. Gassho-zukuri means "constructed like hands in prayer", as the farmhouses' steep thatched roofs resemble the hands of Buddhist monks pressed together in prayer. The architectural style developed over many generations and is designed to withstand the large amounts of heavy snow that falls in the region during winter. Takayama is a city in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture. To differentiate it from other places named Takayama, the city is also commonly referred to as Hida-Takayama. Takayama retains a traditional touch like few other Japanese cities, especially in its beautifully preserved old town.
Eat Like A Local In Nagoya: Private & Personalized
With one of our hosts, an expert foodie, you will eat your way through Nagoya- a city that has its own name for its local food (its "Nagoya meshi" in Japanese FYI). Learn how to eat hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice) like the locals or munch on a bowl of miso nikomi (udon-style noodles served in miso broth) at an underground mall. Slurp down ramen noodles, nibble snacks at an izakaya or drink sake in historic yokocho (alleyways). Just save space for ramen because Nagoya has developed its own spicier version called "Taiwan ramen." Nom nom nom Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do
Private Full Day Magome &Tsumago Walking Tour from Nagoya
Visit the best parts of Japan with a English speaking guide. You will be taken to the Magome-juku, where you'll see a scene that very much resembles how the post town looked in the Edo period hundreds of years ago. Walk along a well preserved trail as a part of the historical Nakasendo Road between Kyoto and Edo (the old name for Tokyo) where Daimyo lords traveled about 200-300 years ago.The tour will also go to Tsumago-juku which has row of historic buildings that should not be missed. Take a photos of the traditional Japanese scenary, then your tour will end at your hotel.
Experience Japanese calligraphy & tea ceremony at a traditional house in Nagoya
Do you know that Nagoya was once the center base of Samurai culture? During the Sengoku period in the 16th century when Samurai played an active role, the Owari district including Nagoya is known as the place where the most famous “Sengoku Daimyo”, powerful Japanese feudal lord, were from, such as “Oda Nobunaga”, “Toyotomi Hideyoshi” and “Tokugawa Ieyasu”. Why don’t you experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony with English in a Kominka house in the city of Samurai culture “Nagoya”? We will welcome you at a special place where people actually used to live, not sightseeing facilities. Once you step inside, you will see the good old days of Japanese houses such as tatami mats, Shoji (paper walls) and traditional Japanese gardens which are rare today. With this quiet space, you can experience Japanese culture such as Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony while understanding the history. This would be the special experience for your visit to Japan.
Nagoya Street Food Walking Tour of Osu
While you can walk Osu on your own, there is no way you will truly understand its significance without the helpful explanations of a guide. Your guide will guide you to the most delicious food stops, and hidden shrines and temples that are hard to find. You will learn about the history and culture of Osu and Nagoya in general.